Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 02/11/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 02/11/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Owls and Other Winter Raptors
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 02/12/2012)
Join Jim in search of a variety of raptor species. Look for Great Horned, Eastern Screech, Barn, Barred, Short-eared, and possibly Long-eared and Saw-whet Owls. Watch the skies for diurnal raptors like Red-tailed Hawk, American Kestrel, Northern Harrier, and American Bald Eagle and more. Van transportation provided. Leader: Jim White

Dinner for Two
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware (Runs through: 02/12/2012)
Nothing says "I Love You" like food! Join this married chef team and make a romantic 3-course meal for two. From savory to sweet this beautiful, organic meal will be a seasonal treat. Come as a couple or come alone and re-create the meal at home. Recipes included. Leaders: Dan O'Brien and Allison Mielke

Breakfast and the Great Backyard Bird Count
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 02/17/2012)
Identify and help count birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count, a nationwide citizen science project, and enjoy a big, delicious breakfast at Ashland Nature Center. Leaders: Joe Sebastiani, Derek Stoner, and Jim White.

Cool Configurations in a Nifty Sky
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 02/24/2012)
Jupiter, Venus and a thin crescent moon will be clustered together low in the west with Mars rising in the east and the sparkling winter constellations above and beyond. Leader: Sheila Vincent

Pysanky: Magic Eggs
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware (Runs through: 02/26/2012)
Pysanky is the millennia old Ukrainian tradition of decorating eggs. These beautiful "wax resist and dyed" eggs were believed to herald the spring season offering fertility and new growth of animals and crops. Create your own pysanky using Coverdale Farm eggs with shells in natural shades of brown, cream, white, and green. Bring a dozen, room temperature eggs; all other materials are included (including farm eggs). Old clothing is recommended. Leader: Jennifer Domal, Regional Artist

Chestertown’s 1st Fridays
Downtown Chestertown, Maryland (Runs through: 03/02/2012)

Spring Migration in March Program
New Castle County, Delaware (Runs through: 03/27/2012)
Walk some of the most scenic, bird-filled locations in northern Delaware for the start of migration. Directions will be provided. Leaders: Joe Sebastiani and Bill Stewart

Delaware and the Civil War with Stan Williams
Nabb Center Gallery - Salisbury University - Salisbury, Maryland (Runs through: 03/08/2012)
Called a Border State during the Civil War, lower Delaware had a surprisingly vocal Confederate presence. Many of the leaders of Delaware were slave holders and/or sympathizers with the Southern view. Williams provides insight into the lives of some of the "movers and shakers" of Sussex County and of their involvement in the Civil War.

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 03/10/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Breakfast Breads
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware (Runs through: 03/10/2012)
Bagels and biscuits and butter, oh my! Add English muffins, scones and sweet rolls and you have an amazing catalog of morning fare. This hands-on class will teach you the tricks and give you the tips to making the best breads both yeasted and quick. Leader: Jane Griffin

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 03/10/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Photography Series: Waterfowl and Raptors
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 03/11/2012)
Learn how to photograph local waterfowl and raptors during their peak period of activity in early spring. Visit wildlife refuges loaded with wildlife and learn techniques like digi-scoping, flight photography, and panorama assist. Van Transportation provided. Bring a lunch. Leader: Derek Stoner

Build Your Own Rain Barrel
DuPont Environmental Education Center - Wilmington, Delaware (Runs through: 03/15/2012)
Convert a trashcan into a rain barrel much cheaper than buying a pre-made one. Bring your favorite plastic trashcan. All necessary parts provided. Leader: John Harrod and Greg Gagliano

Breakfast and Birding at Coverdale Farm
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware (Runs through: 03/16/2012)
Enjoy a nutritious and delicious breakfast prepared by Farm Program Coordinator Michele Wales, and a late winter bird walk around Coverdale Farm Preserve - Main Entrance on Way Road. Leaders: Joe Sebastiani and Michele Wales

Talbot County Restaurant Week
Talbot County, Maryland (Runs through: 03/24/2012)
Celebrate Talbot – Sample, Sip & Savour Event – A Foodie’s dream comes true! Talbot Restaurant Week introduces you to the most contemporary trends in gourmet dining, from European infusions to Chesapeake Bay specialties.

Tracking Time
DuPont Environmental Education Center - Wilmington, Delaware (Runs through: 03/18/2012)
Springtime is prime time to observe tracks made by mammals and birds. Explore the Marsh and field around DEEC as we learn to identify tracks made by deer, raccoons, possums, and more. Participants will receive a tracking guide and informational packet to advance their tracking skills. Leader: Derek Stoner

Hoopes Reservoir Hike
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 03/21/2012)
An exclusive opportunity to hike the eastern half of the scenic Hoopes Reservoir, closed to the public since the 1970's, during waterfowl migration. Note: Terrain can be steep in several places.(3 miles) Leader: Sally O'Byrne and Joe Sebastiani - Van transportation provided

Flint Woods to Granogue Hike and Lunch
Flint Woods Preserve - Centreville, Delaware (Runs through: 03/23/2012)
Hike to the famous water tower on the Granogue Estate for amazing views of the Brandywine Valley. Gourmet lunch provided. Note: this is a strenuous hike with hills. Return transportation provided from Granogue. Leaders: Joe Sebastiani and Michele Wales. (3 miles)

Easter Egg Hunt
County Courthouse Lawn in Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 04/01/2012)
Always the Saturday before Easter. Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt followed by photos with the Easter Bunny in Thompson Park, crafts, games and more!

Urban Birding in April
New Castle County, Delaware (Runs through: 04/24/2012)
As an urban explorer, bird some of the under-appreciated 'natural' areas of Northern Delaware from Wilmington's urban marshes to its deciduous parklands. Wear long pants and shoes that can get wet. Directions will be provided. Leader: Sally O'Byrne

First Weekend!
Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 04/08/2012)
Join us for the First Friday Gallery Walk, 5-9pm each first Friday monthly, The Saturday Farmer's Market, and Sunday Brunch! Find artist talks, new exhibits, demonstrations, fun and friends.

Chestertown’s 1st Fridays
Downtown Chestertown, Maryland (Runs through: 04/06/2012)
Extended Shop hours, with arts and entertainment throughout Historic Downtown Chestertown.

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 04/14/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 04/14/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Ashland to Bucktoe Creek Preserve Hike
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 04/18/2012)

Delaware Birding Trail Series
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 04/19/2012)
Explore Delaware's Birding Trail sites in this program series. Visit Woodland Beach, Bombay Hook, Little Creek, and Ted Harvey Conservation Areas in Kent County for lingering waterfowl, returning wading birds, shorebirds, songbirds and raptors. Bring lunch, water, and binoculars. Scope provided. Receive a free birding trail map/brochure. Van Transportation provided. Leader: Bill Stewart

Two Bright Planets in an Early Spring Sky
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware (Runs through: 04/20/2012)
Saturn and Venus will be up and blazing! The Orion Nebula will be visible along with the constellation Cancer, Taurus, Gemini. Be sure not to miss the Beehive star cluster. The spring sky will be visible with Leo overhead and the brilliant star Arcturus high in the east. Leader: Sheila Vincent

A Culinary “Eggstravaganza”
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware (Runs through: 04/21/2012)
Spring is here and our hens are starting to lay more and more eggs. Collect these protein-packed organic delights from the chicken house and return to the Coverdale kitchen to transform them into a variety of dishes. Recipes included. Leader: Jane Griffin

Ashland to Coverdale Farm Loop Hike
Coverdale Farm Preserve 543 Way Road - Greenville, Delaware - Main Entrance on Way Road (Runs through: 04/25/2012)
Hike through splendid private properties around the Red Clay and Burrows Run Valleys. Note: Be aware that there is a "wet foot" stream crossing over Burrows Run. (4 miles) Leaders: Joe Sebastiani.

Delmarva Birding Weekend
Various Delmarva Locations (Runs through: 04/29/2012)
A unique opportunity for wildlife enthusiasts. Trips by foot, kayak, canoe, or boats, with experienced guides. Social events and more.

Canoeing the Christina River
DuPont Environmental Education Center - Wilmington, Delaware (Runs through: 04/27/2012)
Paddle the Christina River into the Russell W. Peterson Urban Wildlife Refuge looking for wildlife such as birds of prey, waterfowl, and aquatic mammals and then travel further downstream seeing the Riverfront from a new perspective. Leader: Jim White

Kayaking Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 04/28/2012)
Ply the waters of this wildlife refuge that teems with herons, egrets, eagles, osprey, and mammals such as muskrat, beaver, and otter. Explore areas that are only accessible by water in one of Delaware's greatest natural secrets. Joint program with Abbott's Mill Nature Center. Bring a bag lunch and water. Leader: David Toman and Jason Beale

Birds of Belleplain
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 04/29/2012)
The vast Belleplain State Forest in southern New Jersey is home to many unique species of breeding birds like Yellow-throated Warbler, Prothonotary Warbler, Hooded Warbler, and Summer Tanager. Search for newly-arrived neo-tropical migrants. Van transportation provided. Leader: Derek Stoner

Susquehanna Wildflower Adventure
Ashland Nature Center - 3511 Barley Mill Road - Hockessin, Delaware (Runs through: 04/30/2012)
Travel with botanist Janet Ebert to several wildflower locations along the Susquehanna River to identify many spring wildflower species including some very colorful and spectacular ones like trillium. Bring a lunch. Van transportation provided. Leaders: Janet Ebert and Joe Sebastiani.

First Weekend!
Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 05/06/2012)
Join us for the First Friday Gallery Walk, 5-9pm each first Friday monthly, The Saturday Farmer's Market, and Sunday Brunch! Find artist talks, new exhibits, demonstrations, fun and friends.

Denton Spring Gala
Downtown Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 05/05/2012)
Denton's Spring Gala is a progressive event supporting downtown Denton, featuring artists, gourmet samplings with wine and beer pairings, live music, a silent auction, "Denton Encounters" and more!

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 05/12/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 05/12/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

First Weekend!
Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 06/03/2012)
Join us for the First Friday Gallery Walk, 5-9pm each first Friday monthly, The Saturday Farmer's Market, and Sunday Brunch! Find artist talks, new exhibits, demonstrations, fun and friends.

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 06/09/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 06/09/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Downtown Tent & Sidewalk Sale
Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 07/04/2012)
This annual event presented by Downtown Easton shops boasts surprising discounts!

First Weekend!
Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 07/08/2012)
Join us for the First Friday Gallery Walk, 5-9pm each first Friday monthly, The Saturday Farmer's Market, and Sunday Brunch! Find artist talks, new exhibits, demonstrations, fun and friends.

Friday Night Cruise In & Outdoor Movies
Market Street, Denton (Runs through: 07/13/2012)
Step back in time with a Friday Night Cruise-In and Outdoor Movie. Spend a summer evening strolling the streets of Downtown Denton and enjoying the classic cars parked along Market Street. There will also be DJ spinning oldies tunes. At dusk, there will be an outdoor movie, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets!

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 07/14/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 07/14/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Plein-Air Easton
Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 07/22/2012)
Presented by the Avalon Theatre this event features a week-long celebration of Plein Air artwork with many artists traveling to compete from near and far.

Heartland Quilters of the Eastern Shore’s Shop Hop
Denton Firehouse, 400 S. 5th Avenue, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 08/02/2012)
The "Shop Hop" will feature more than 30 quilting-related vendors, including quilt and yarn shops from the Delmarva Peninsula, local beaders, wool spinners, long arm quilters, wood workers, machine embroiderers and much more.

First Weekend!
Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 08/05/2012)
Join us for the First Friday Gallery Walk, 5-9pm each first Friday monthly, The Saturday Farmer's Market, and Sunday Brunch! Find artist talks, new exhibits, demonstrations, fun and friends.

Chestertown’s 1st Fridays
Downtown Chestertown, Maryland (Runs through: 08/03/2012)
Extended Shop hours, with arts and entertainment throughout Historic Downtown Chestertown.

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 08/11/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 08/11/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Caroline Summerfest
Downtown Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 08/18/2012)
Set off on an adventure at Caroline Summerfest 2012! This family-friendly event features live musical performances, a parade, games and activities for kids, great food, vendors, arts and crafts, fireworks and more!

Monty Alexander Jazz Festival
Avalon Theatre - Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 09/01/2012)
The highly successful Monty Alexander Jazz Festival is set for a bigger than ever repeat performance this Labor Day weekend.

First Weekend!
Downtown Easton, Maryland (Runs through: 09/09/2012)
Join us for the First Friday Gallery Walk, 5-9pm each first Friday monthly, The Saturday Farmer's Market, and Sunday Brunch! Find artist talks, new exhibits, demonstrations, fun and friends.

Second Saturdays at The Foundry: Artist Demonstrations
401 Market Street, Denton, Maryland (Runs through: 09/08/2012)
Come enjoy a free artist demonstration at the "Second Saturday" series offered at The Foundry, Caroline County's community art gallery.

Second Saturday
Downtown Cambridge, Maryland (Runs through: 09/08/2012)
Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants.

Chestertown’s 1st Fridays
Downtown Chestertown, Maryland (Runs through: 10/05/2012)
Extended Shop hours, with arts and entertainment throughout Historic Downtown Chestertown.